
Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car
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Is Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car worth booking?
Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car is a 3-hour experience in Yokohama, Japan, from $90 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $90 per person
Hi, I’m Maria, a Japanese official Kanagawa tour guide based in Yokohama. All transportation on this tour is by car; no public buses or trains are used. This car service is complimentary. We are a local family owned gu
What you get
About this experience
Hi, I’m Maria, a Japanese official Kanagawa tour guide based in Yokohama. All transportation on this tour is by car; no public buses or trains are used. This car service is complimentary. We are a local family owned guide team dedicated to providing memorable moments. Please select 3 to 4 options from the itinerary and start time, and we’ll decide the order on the day based on the weather. This tour is designed for travelers who prefer a relaxed pace with frequent breaks, as well as active couples, families, and solo travelers who would like to explore Yokohama as if traveling with a local Japanese friend. I have lived in Yokohama for over 30 years and enjoy meeting and communicating in English with people who want to explore and understand Japan. If you have any special interests beyond the listed options, please ask me two days in advance. If you need to catch your cruise, we can also start before 12:30 p.m. Please let me know in advance so I can check my availability.
What's included
Included
- Car TOYOYA XL or Mercedes-Benz Service Available Every Day, Including Piping Hot and Rainy Weather
- Private tour, exclusively for your party: A personalized experience at your pace
- A local Japanese guide who has lived in Yokohama for over 30 years.
- If you need a wheelchair - up to 100kg, please let us know at least three days in advance.
- A free short video will be provided within 3 days for your social media and memories to share firend
- For wheelchair users: We accept foldable wheelchairs that can fit in a car.
- Designed to minimize walking, with 3,000 steps in total, thanks to car transportation.
Not included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Minatomirai
Making plan: Please contact me via chat or email before the the tour so we can discuss and customize your itinerary. Please select 3 to 4 options from the itinerary. I always strive to provide a thoughtful, attentive, and personalized tour experience. Please let me know where you would like to visit and what interests you most. I will create a personalized itinerary based on your preferences and weather. If you have any mobility limitations or accessibility needs, please let me know in advance, including the level of assistance or pace that works best for you. Together, we'll plan a comfortable tour at a relaxed pace that suits your needs.
5 minutes here
Colette Mare
Choose meeting point: When you come from Tokyo by a train, let’s meet in front of "Colette Mare" near Sakuragicho Station OR at the Osanbashi Pier taxi stand. Please choose one of meeting points in advance. If you stay at a hotel around Minatomirai and Yamashita area, we pick you up in front of the hotel. Please select 3 to 4 options from the itinerary, and we’ll decide the order on the day based on the weather.
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Option: Osanbashi Pier is one of the historic ports where Japan first opened to the world, and it has played an important role in Yokohama’s development as an international harbor. The rooftop features a wide wooden deck that creates an open space, giving visitors the feeling of standing on a ship floating on the sea. From here, you can enjoy panoramic views of Minato Mirai’s skyline, the Red Brick Warehouse, and the Yokohama Bay Bridge, making it a popular viewing spot both during the day and at night. The pier is designed with gentle slopes and ramps, making it easily accessible for wheelchair users and strollers. Its flowing architecture blurs the boundary between indoors and outdoors, and it is highly regarded both in Japan and internationally as a building that blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. On clear days, visitors can even see Tokyo Skytree and Mount Fuji in the distance.
20 minutes here
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
Option: The Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse is a lively cultural landmark where history and modern life come together. Built in the early 20th century, the warehouses supported port logistics and international trade, and survived both the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 and World War II. Their strong red-brick structures remain as symbols of Yokohama’s resilience and modernization. Today, the restored buildings house stylish cafés, restaurants, and shops. The open waterfront plaza hosts seasonal events and markets, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the year. With views of the sea and the Minato Mirai skyline, it is also one of Yokohama’s most popular photo spots, loved by visitors day and night.
20 minutes here
Yamashita Park
Option: Yamashita Park is a beautiful waterfront park that represents Yokohama’s history and seaside charm. Opened in 1930 after the Great Kanto Earthquake, it was built on reclaimed land as a symbol of recovery. Visitors can relax on harbor-facing benches, enjoy views of the sea, and see the historic Hikawa Maru, a ship once used on the Seattle route. The Rose Garden, filled with roses linked to Yokohama’s sister cities, blooms in spring and autumn, making the park a popular and photogenic spot. On a nice day, we can go on a picnic and enjoy local foods such as bread and bento.
20 minutes here
Yokohama Chinatown
Option: Yokohama Chinatown is the largest Chinatown in Japan and one of the biggest in the world. It was established in the 19th century, when Yokohama Port opened and many Chinese merchants settled in the area. Today, it is a vibrant district filled with hundreds of restaurants, food stalls, and shops. You can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Chinese cuisine, such as dim sum, ramen, and steamed buns, as well as colorful traditional gates and temples. It is a popular sightseeing spot where visitors can experience lively streets, delicious food, and a unique mix of Chinese and Japanese culture.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Iseyama Kotai Shrine
Option: Iseyama Kotaijingu Shrine enshrines Amaterasu Omikami, the Sun Goddess, who is regarded as the most revered deity in Japan and is the same deity worshipped at Ise Grand Shrine, the most sacred Shinto shrine in the country. Because of this, the shrine is often referred to as “the Ise Shrine of the Kanto region,” and many people visit it to receive the same spiritual blessings without traveling all the way to Ise. The shrine is located on a hilltop, offering a pleasant open atmosphere and panoramic views of Yokohama, which adds to its calm and refreshing ambiance. Unlike many major tourist sites, the shrine is usually quiet and uncrowded, making it an ideal place for visitors to experience traditional Japanese culture, enjoy a peaceful moment, and feel a strong sense of harmony between history, nature, and the modern city Guests using wheelchairs or requiring assistance are welcome to go with me by taxi. Private car arrangements are available on request at the time of booking
15 minutes here
Yokohama Motomachi Shopping Street
Option: Motomachi is one of Yokohama's most charming and historic shopping streets. It developed after Yokohama Port opened in 1859, when many foreign residents settled in the nearby Yamate district. Today, the street is lined with stylish boutiques, cafés, bakeries, and long-established local shops. It is a great place to enjoy shopping, sample local sweets, and experience a relaxed atmosphere away from the crowds.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama
Option: Advance reservations are required for entry. Therefore, this option is only available if reservation slots are open. The museum is closed every Tuesday. You can design your own cup and choose your favorite soup base and toppings to create a unique, personalized ramen.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Yokohama Minato Mirai 21
Option: Shopping assistance From 100-yen shops to Denim jeans stores and cosmetic shops I can take you on a fun and flexible shopping tour in Yokohama. If you already have places you would like to visit or specific brands you are interested in, I will guide you there and assist you with shopping, including explanations of products and help with communication in English. This is a fully customizable experience, so we can enjoy a relaxed and enjoyable shopping journey together based on your interests.
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Yokohama
Option: Explore hidden local Japanese restaurants and ramen shops that are known mostly to locals. If there's a particular type of Japanese cuisine you're interested in, please let me know. I know many great places that are definitely worth visiting and trying! Please note that food and drink expenses are not included in the tour price. Payment can be made by cash or credit card.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Maria's Japanese Kitchen and Experiences
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best private tour of Yokohama!
This was the best tour I could have asked for to see Yokohama! My guide Maria was truly amazing and sweet. She reached out before the tour and asked what my interests were and what I wanted to see and tailored our itinerary to match it, it was wonderful driving around in a very nice private car and being dropped off right at each site. I would highly recommend this tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining my tour! I was really happy to meet you and learn so much about your culture. Since you joined the tour by yourself, we were able to take our time and enjoy the tour almost like friends hanging out together. 😊 I’m also so happy that you loved the short video I created for you! It was a pleasure spending time with you. Please let me know when you come to Japan again. We’re friends now! 🇯🇵😊
via Tripadvisor
The best private tour of Yokohama!
We had a wonderful tour with Maria and her husband who was the driver. She is kind and knowledgeable and made our first day very memorable! The highlight video was unexpected and a fun surprise! It felt like we met our long lost cousins! Maria was responsive in her communication before the tour and after and her English was superb.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review. I was truly happy and impressed to hear that you felt free from stress and were able to experience Yokohama fully. That is exactly my goal, and it means a lot to me. I feel truly fulfilled as well!
via Tripadvisor
Exploring YOKOHAMA
Maria’s private and customizable tour was exactly what we were looking for. We spent the day exploring Yokohama at a leisurely pace, visiting cozy cafés and taking breaks on park benches while enjoying the atmosphere. Traveling by car made the experience especially comfortable and convenient. Maria is clearly an experienced guide, and her hospitality was exceptional. What made the experience truly special were the hidden stories and local insights she shared with us. We learned so much about Yokohama that we would never have discovered on our own, and it made the tour both fun and memorable.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review. I'm very happy to hear that you were satisfied with the experience. I'm glad we were able to visit four locations at a relaxed pace. I also learned a lot from answering your questions, and the experience reminded me how much I enjoy providing this service. Thank you for sharing so many wonderful experiences with me. It was truly a pleasure meeting you, and I hope to see you again someday.
via Tripadvisor
Maria is wonderful!
Maria was an amazing tour guide. She introduced herself by email before we got to Japan and we were able to let her know what we needed and wanted from the tour. She was very accommodating and helpful. She was delightful in person and very knowledgeable. I had been to Yokohama before but she added a lot of information and background that I didn’t know. She made the day enjoyable and fun. We hope someday to get another chance to tour with her. Thanks Maria!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review. I'm very happy to hear that you were satisfied with the experience. I'm glad we were able to visit four locations at a relaxed pace. I also learned a lot from answering your questions, and the experience reminded me how much I enjoy providing this service. Thank you for sharing so many wonderful experiences with me. It was truly a pleasure meeting you, and I hope to see you again someday. My dream came true !
via Tripadvisor
Absolutely loved it!
Thanks so much for today, Maria! I had an amazing time with you. I’ve been dealing with some back pain, so going with a private, customizable tour was definitely the right call. I could just relax and enjoy everything at my own pace. We went to Iseyama Shrine, the Cup Noodles Museum, Osanbashi Pier, and Chinatown—it honestly felt like hanging out with a local friend with no time pressure at all. Thanks again, I really loved it!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review. I was truly happy and impressed to hear that you felt free from stress and were able to experience Yokohama fully. That is exactly my goal, and it means a lot to me. I feel truly fulfilled as well!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
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Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Yokohama.
How much does Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car cost?
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Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Yokohama usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Yokohama is not rushed.
Is Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Yokohama, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Yokohama can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Yokohama and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Yokohama Private Accessible Custom English Speaking Tour by Car start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Yokohama within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Yokohama?
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On Outty we rank every Yokohama experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour, Licensed Guide, Yokohama Ramen Adventure near Tokyo: From Factory to Home Cooking, 【Tokyo】JDM Daikoku PA & Nissan Facility Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Yokohama?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Yokohama?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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